There are 6 main Blaenau Gwent School Holidays during the academic year, covering the autumn term, spring term, and summer term, with regular half-term holidays, Easter holidays, Christmas holidays, and summer holidays.
Based on guidance from the Welsh Government, Blaenau Gwent Council, and the local authority, it also covers INSET days and teacher training days, helping parents stay prepared throughout the school year.
Blaenau Gwent School Holidays 2026/2027
The following are the Blaenau Gwent school holidays for the 2026/2027 academic year.
| Date | Start Date | Half Term Starts | Half Term Ends | Term Ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn | 01/09/2026 | 26/10/2026 | 30/10/2026 | 18/12/2026 |
| Spring | 04/01/2027 | 08/02/2027 | 12/02/2027 | 19/03/2027 |
| Summer | 05/04/2027 | 31/05/2027 | 04/06/2027 | 20/07/2027 |
May Day Bank Holiday: Monday 3rd May 2027
Blaenau Gwent School Holidays 2027/2028
The following are the Blaenau Gwent school holidays and term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
| Date | Start Date | Half Term Starts | Half Term Ends | Term Ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn | 02/09/2027 | 25/10/2027 | 29/10/2027 | 17/12/2027 |
| Spring | 04/01/2028 | 21/02/2028 | 25/02/2028 | 07/04/2028 |
| Summer | 24/04/2028 | 29/05/2028 | 02/06/2028 | 21/07/2028 |
Any closure(s) for election purposes are to be balanced during this academic year.
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Blaenau Gwent School Holidays 2028/2029
The term dates for the 2028/29 academic year are not yet available. We will update this page as soon as the Blaenau Gwent Council confirms the official school calendar.
INSET Days and School Closures
It’s important to remember that individual schools have the discretion to set their own staff training days. These are known as INSET days (In-Service Training). The dates provided by the local authority are the core framework, but your child’s school may have different closure dates for teacher training days.
Always check your specific school’s website for their exact calendar to confirm INSET days and any school-specific closures, as they can vary from the official council dates.
Welsh Government Requirements for School Terms
The school term dates in Wales are not decided arbitrarily. They are established in line with Welsh Government requirements and are the result of a formal consultation with councils and schools. The aim is to create a balanced academic year that supports student learning and well-being while aligning as closely as possible across the region.
For the 2026/27 academic year, the Welsh Ministers issued a formal direction to ensure dates were as similar as possible across all local authorities to help families and staff plan better.
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FAQs
What are INSET days, and why are they not listed?
INSET days are teacher training days set by individual schools, not the council. You must check your child’s school website for these specific dates.
Are all Blaenau Gwent school term dates the same?
Most schools follow the local authority framework. However, dates can vary due to INSET days and school-specific events, so always verify with your school.
Why do term dates change each year?
Dates are set by the Welsh Government and local authorities to account for statutory holidays, bank holidays, and to provide a balanced school year that supports effective learning.
Do term dates differ between primary and secondary schools?
Generally, all maintained schools in Blaenau Gwent follow the same local authority term dates, though INSET days can vary between individual primary and secondary schools.
How far in advance are term dates announced?
Term dates are typically announced around a year in advance, with the council consulting with schools and Welsh Government before finalising the academic calendar.
Useful Resources
For accurate dates, always visit the official source for school Term Dates.